1986 Honda Rebel Headlight Bulb....

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J.R. Bob Dobbs · Fri Sep 23, 2005 12:08 pm

It's the factory 35watt sealed-beam headlight bulb. I'd like to get a spare just to keep around for quick replacement if necessary.

The only Honda dealer around does not have them in stock, but will be glad to order me a new bulb for *ONLY $80*. I thought he was joking at first, but he offered no other options, and I passed.

I tried a $15 aftermarket H4 Halogen bulb with a reflector and lens that supposedly fits my bike (just over 5"), but it was about 1/8" too big to fit the factory housing so I returned it.

Suggestions? Thanks in advance, my first post here.

niterider · #2 Unread post by **niterider** » Fri Sep 23, 2005 6:24 pm

I bought a 55/80 watt holagen from a independant bike repair shop for only 12$ or so. J C Whitney has them for about 12$ 55/60; 55/80; & 55/100 watts.

Gadjet · #3 Unread post by **Gadjet** » Sat Sep 24, 2005 3:29 am

niterider wrote:I bought a 55/80 watt holagen from a independant bike repair shop for only 12$ or so. J C Whitney has them for about 12$ 55/60; 55/80; & 55/100 watts.

Those aren't sealed beam units though mate, just replacement bulbs. He needs a sealed beam unit, which consists of the lens, reflector, and filament all in one big housing.

niterider · #4 Unread post by **niterider** » Sat Sep 24, 2005 4:43 am

Does anyone know if a car head light fits? There are two diameters to try that have both high and low beam.